Wauwatosa East and West Student News

The Tosa Compass

Wauwatosa East and West Student News

The Tosa Compass

Wauwatosa East and West Student News

The Tosa Compass

Officer Tracy Burbach is recognized by Representative Robyn Vining.

Officer Tracy Retirement

Malik Boyd, Editor May 10, 2023

“There's been so many moments to celebrate. I think what I really enjoy most about my career has been the school resource officer,” said Wauwatosa police Officer Tracy Burbach. After 31 years of dedication...

#Corecore and Other Neo-Dada Meta Examinations of the Human Condition through Self Satirization

#Corecore and Other Neo-Dada Meta Examinations of the Human Condition through Self Satirization

Malik Boyd, Editor February 2, 2023

In the 1920s, as a reaction to the aftermath of World War I, Dada emerged as an art movement that was regarded as a radical and avant-garde movement which rejected traditional art forms as well as traditional...

Behind the Scenes of Singin in the Rain

Behind the Scenes of Singin’ in the Rain

J. Lee, Staff Writer January 4, 2023

“I love the creative collaboration that happens between staff and students. When we all understand the goal in mind, it is so fun to see the different ideas that everyone comes up with to make the show...

Person of Interest: Ms. Cieri

Person of Interest: Ms. Cieri

November 15, 2022

How long have you been at East? “I have been working as Tosa East’s building sub for three weeks.” How did you come to work at Tosa east?  “I am actually originally from New Jersey. I...

Graphic by Audrey Catlin

Barnes vs. Johnson Senate Race

Malik Boyd, Editor October 26, 2022

On Tuesday, November 8th, Wisconsin voters will cast their ballots in the U.S. senate election. Voters are presented with two options: The Republican incumbent, senator Ron Johnson, and his opponent Democrat...

Tosa East Tech Ed teacher Craig Griffie receiving a plaque from Representative Vining recognizing the district as an Apprenticeship Ambassador.

Wauwatosa School District Recognized as Apprenticeship Ambassador

Lucy Hildebrand, Editor October 12, 2022

This past month, Wauwatosa East and the Wauwatosa School District was recognized as an Apprenticeship Ambassador. The Biden administration created this new initiative through the Department of Labor to...

Maeve Kaufman

Five Asian American and Pacific Islander Influential Figures

J. Lee and Maeve Kaufman May 30, 2022

American history has a strong presence in American schools’ curriculum, but the unfortunate truth is that most students aren’t always taught much outside of the white history of it. However, there...

Jay Lee

Six Asian American and Pacific Islander Celebrities Today

J. Lee and Maeve Kaufman May 23, 2022

Historically, there have been numerous figures who have influenced others in many ways: music, change, philosophy, and much more. Celebrities, in particular, are important influences in pop culture and...

Behind The Scenes at The Addams Family: The Creative Process

Behind The Scenes at The Addams Family: The Creative Process

J. Lee May 6, 2022

“In reality, The Addams Family is such an unusual concept, especially for a musical. That being said, there were never any dull moments,” said Gavin Miller, a junior at East High school who played...

School Board Candidate Feature - Eric Jessup-Anger

School Board Candidate Feature – Eric Jessup-Anger

Maeve Kaufman and Vivienne Andersen March 31, 2022

Dr. Eric Jessup-Anger is up for re-election to seat 3 of the school board. He has two children who attend Wauwatosa schools. His top priorities include learning equity, providing mental health resources...

School Board Candidate Feature - Mike Meier

School Board Candidate Feature – Mike Meier

Audrey Catlin March 30, 2022

Mike Meier is running for seat 2 on the Wauwatosa School Board this year. He has served on the Wauwatosa School Board for 18 years. He has a BA in political science from UW-La Crosse, a law degree from...

The Legalization of Marijuana in Wisconsin: Opinion

The Legalization of Marijuana in Wisconsin: Opinion

Malik Boyd, Editor March 2, 2022

SB545 is a senate bill currently being pushed in the Wisconsin state senate that aims to legalize marijuana. The bill is a great step towards total drug legalization in Wisconsin. If put into law, it would...

Load More Stories
Donate to The Tosa Compass

Comments (0)

All The Tosa Compass Picks Reader Picks Sort: Newest